What would you do if you lost everything?
Michelle Tillis Lederman, CSP, SCC, Leadership Speaker
Creating Connected Leaders And Cultures Where Relationships Drive Success. Likability and Communications Author. Forbes Top 25 Networking Expert. MG100 Coach. TEDx Coach.
I don’t relate to the childhood my kids have experienced. They live a charming life with two parents who love each other and never fight, a stable home with financial security, and a family vacation every year. I didn’t have any of those things growing up.
On the one hand, I envy them. On the other hand, I worry. Did I build resilience in them? Will they be able to handle adversity?
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There has been so much extreme weather with devastating results to people’s lives and livelihoods. I see the looks on their faces as we watch the evening news together. James once said to me he didn’t think he could handle what I have had to handle.
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It made me think about the book Grit. A story about a podcast host who poses this question to what she calls, the mega successful.
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"What would you do if you lost everything?"?
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I thought about how I would answer that question. My gut reaction was… it's not possible to lose everything.
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Losing a loved one or losing your mental faculties would feel like everything. Though I don’t believe that is what the questioner meant. They were likely asking what you would do if you lost your clients, your business, your home, or your savings.
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But that's not everything. ?
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The knowledge I've built over time, the experiences that I've had, the impact that I've made, the relationships I treasure - that's everything.
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So, I can't lose everything. Sure, I can lose a client or some money, but there's so many things that can never be taken away.?
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How would you answer the question, “What would you do if you lost everything?” ?
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For me,?it depends on what I actually lost.?
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Have a fun and safe July 4th as we celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave!
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Keep connecting,
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8 个月This is such a powerful and reflective piece Michelle Tillis Lederman, CSP, SCC, Leadership Speaker It's incredible how you draw the distinction between material losses and the intangible assets we carry within us—our knowledge, experiences, and relationships. The idea that we can never truly lose "everything" is both comforting and inspiring. It reminds us to value what truly matters and recognize the enduring strengths we possess. Thank you for sharing this thought-provoking article.
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8 个月Not possible Nothing is yours Everything is Very temporary Constantly changing And so-called "lost" Means Beginning of something new That is Test if You Qualify To Enter New theritory Expand and Grow Your Business So you Can Became Wealthy ][
Author of The Leadership Letter weekly column; Consulting Expert with OnFrontiers; advisor and mentor on leadership and public service; retired U.S. Army and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Officer.
8 个月Interesting question, Michelle, for I've never lost everything, but I've had significant setbacks that required me to start over. It takes the patience and understanding of Job to know that no matter what, we must maintain our faith in the Lord and know that he will provide for us what we need, even if it isn't what we want.
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8 个月Losing everything is a profound challenge, but with faith, it's never a complete loss. God's presence offers hope and strength, even in the darkest times. Recovery begins with gratitude for what remains and trust in a greater purpose. Rebuilding requires patience, perseverance, and openness to new possibilities. With God as a constant companion, one can find the resilience to start anew and potentially discover unexpected blessings along the way!!!!!! ?? Thank you for that thoughful, honest post...always refreshing Michelle!!
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8 个月Well said Michelle Tillis Lederman, CSP, SCC, Leadership Speaker